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X789 MOE

2000 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

176,986 mi
Last recorded176,986 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX789 MOE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2017 176,986 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 171,112 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2016 171,112 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 165,556 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 152,489 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 149,666 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 146,246 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 141,250 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2010 141,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2009 139,655 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 135,598 miles

slight damage nearside sidewalls

Pass 10 May 2007 120,134 miles

front brake discs worn thin

n/s/r suspenion joints slight play

Pass 30 May 2006 108,173 miles

rear nearside tyre worn inside edge

rear nearside upper suspension arm rear bush slight play

rear offside lower suspension arm rear bush slight play

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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X789 MOE is a 2000 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X789 MOE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X789 MOE registered?

X789 MOE is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 6 December 2000.

Is X789 MOE safe to buy?

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